Madden NFL 09 gives gamers the ability to create online leagues. Fans can now take their rivalries online and compete in leagues with up to 32 teams. Online league play will feature in-depth stat tracking and a flexible scheduling option.

http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames/news/story?id=3366051&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab2pos1

Oh snap. sounds to me like XOC will have a new diversion come August...